Office Administrator - Large Primary School in Reading

Office Administrator - Large Primary School in Reading

We are recruiting on behalf of a large, friendly, and welcoming primary school in Reading for an Office Administrator to join their dedicated team.

About the School:

This thriving primary school is known for its inclusive and supportive environment, where staff work collaboratively to create a positive experience for pupils, parents, and the wider community. The school is proud of its strong values, excellent relationships with families, and commitment to providing the very best education for its pupils.

The Role:

As Office Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for staff, parents, and visitors, ensuring the school office runs efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Acting as the first point of contact for parents, staff, and visitors, ensuring a warm and professional welcome.
• Managing incoming calls, emails, and general enquiries efficiently.
• Maintaining accurate records, including attendance, safeguarding, and pupil data.
• Assisting with HR and finance administration, including processing invoices and managing staff records.
• Supporting the Headteacher and senior leadership team with administrative tasks.
• Organising meetings, events, and school trips, ensuring all arrangements run smoothly.
• Maintaining school supplies and resources, ensuring the office is well-equipped.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous administrative experience, ideally in a school or busy office environment.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact confidently with staff, parents, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workload, and work under pressure.
• A friendly, professional, and welcoming approach with a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding in a school setting (training can be provided).

What the School Offers:

• A supportive and welcoming team within a positive school environment.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If you are a highly organised and personable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!

To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

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Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.